remit

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Most of the families the BBC spoke to approached the Care Inspectorate and local authority social workers for help, but were told financial problems are not within either organisation's remit.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Also in his remit is the Resolution Copper project in Arizona, that is led by partner Rio Tinto and this week completed a land swap needed for development to progress.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Asad Ayaz, who is chief marketing and brand officer, has an influential remit across Disney’s various business segments.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

It is 10 years since Gianni Infantino was elected Fifa president, with a remit to rescue football's world governing body.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

There was no fear of the pattyrollers checking every black person to see if he or she had the required remit, or pass, to be out alone.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis